Booster type: Backless booster
Weight: 40-100 lbs. Kids must be 57” or less.
Price: $33.99
IIHS rating: Check fit.
NHTSA ease of use rating: Four out of five stars.
Pros: Affordable, simple backless booster.
Cons: No cup holders. Very little badding. Small size may not fit larger kids.
Comments: The Cosco Topside is a very simple booster–it’s just a booster. No cup holders, rotating armrests, etc. Walmart sells this seat as well.
While most parent feedback on this seat is positive, dissenters note the utter lack of padding in the seat—so this booster might be best for short trips or very occasional use. Yes it is very lightweight, but it is also smaller than other backless boosters (and hence might not fit larger kids). Rating: B
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